The Passion on the Inside Forms Something Valuable on the Outside

His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, and I could not. - Jeremiah 20:9

We face difficulties and tensions in life but that’s when the Holy Spirit fills us up on the inside so we can handle the pressure. God can provide a passion inside like a burning fire to get us going and do amazing things for His glory. As explained in the post “Power to Build an Amazing Day”, scriptures encourage, difficulties teach us endurance, and hope overflows.

God can take these pressures we face and turn them into something amazing. Diamonds are formed from small dust like minerals that are exposed to high temperature and pressure at depths of over 100 miles below the Earth’s surface. This occurs over a long period of time. In a similar way that God’s Creation forms a very valuable diamond out of dust, He can also forms diamonds out of us.

Receive inspiration from today’s song Diamonds by Hawk Nelson and get started on building an amazing day.

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Focus on what is Truly Important in Life

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. - Colossians 3:2

Most of the time, we may go through life always in a hurry rather than slowing down and taking in spiritual thoughts. Instead, we can take some time to think about how amazing God has made this world. We can take in a brilliant sunrise or beautiful sunset and bathe in the warmth of His sunshine.

In the post “Constant Attitude of Watching and Waiting”, some specific directions were given by Paul to constantly be alert, self-controlled, and prepared for the Lord’s return.

As you begin this day, here is a video to inspire in you this need to focus on what is truly important in life: Christ in Me – Jeremy Camp.

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Encouraging Word

God encouraged Abraham through His Word. The Word came to Abraham in a vision and said, “Do not be afraid, Abraham. I am your shield, your very great reward.” It is the same for us today as God is by our side to protect and encourage. Enjoy today’s video: Whom Shall I Fear – Chris Tomlin.

You came near when I called you, and you said, "Do not fear." O Lord, you took up my case; you redeemed my life. - Lamentations 3:57-58

Be encouraged by His Word at "This Day with God" devotional.